Web Server Training

Details

Web servers form the backbone of digital services. In Windows-based environments, IIS (Internet Information Services) is the preferred tool for hosting and managing websites and web applications. This hands-on course equips participants with the knowledge to deploy and manage IIS, integrate with Windows Server roles, configure websites and web applications, and apply best practices for performance, security, and troubleshooting.

Target Group

Target Group:

• System Administrators and Network Administrators
• IT Support Technicians
• Web Developers working with Windows hosting environments
• Technical Professionals responsible for managing Windows-based web services
• Anyone preparing for roles in infrastructure or web hosting management

Goals

• Understand the architecture and role of web servers in Windows environments
• Install and configure IIS (Internet Information Services) on Windows Server
• Deploy and manage websites, virtual directories, and application pools
• Secure web servers using certificates, firewalls, and authentication settings
• Monitor and troubleshoot performance and availability issues

Target Competencies

Targeted Competencies:

• Web Server Installation and Configuration (IIS)
• Hosting and Managing Web Applications
• Security and Access Management
• Monitoring and Performance Optimization
• Windows Server Role Integration

Outlines

Introduction to Web Servers and IIS

• Overview of web server functionality
• Role of IIS in the Windows Server ecosystem
• Features and editions of IIS
• Understanding the web hosting lifecycle
• Prerequisites and environment setup

Installing and Configuring IIS on Windows Server

• Installing IIS through Server Manager and PowerShell
• Managing roles and features
• Understanding the IIS Manager interface
• Creating websites and binding to ports and hostnames
• Using virtual directories and aliases